19th Century Red Earthenware Crock from Wisconsin Sells in Pennsylvania

This nineteenth century red earthenware crock in the style of similar shaped stoneware crocks sold yesterday at William Bunch Auctions in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania for $275 plus the buyer's premium. 

The crock is attributed to Wisconsin, where four potteries operated in the town of Whitewater from 1841-1882, on North Fremont Street, near the Train Depot on James Street, adjacent to Whiton Street, and briefly near the south end of Jefferson Street. 

According to the website MadeFromClay.org, this type of lead glaze with manganese decoration is described as resembling "ice tongs," and is attributed to the Depot Pottery. This website also includes some great archaeology from these pottery sites in Whitewater.

19th Century Red Earthenware Crock from Wisconsin

19th Century Manganese Decorated Two-Gallon Red Earthenware Crock

Attributed to Whitewater, Wisconsin

Possibly Made at the Depot Pottery in Whitewater

Stands 9 3/4" Tall

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Photo Courtesy: William Bunch Auctions

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